school of liberal arts and sciences 195
minimums established by Institute degree
programs may apply to the CEP for full-
time English-language instruction. At
the end of the two-semester program of
English study, those students completing
CEP coursework receive a certificate of
English language proficiency.
Courses focus on speaking, listening,
reading, and writing within the context
of art and design, as well as TOEFL
preparation. For more information on
Pratt’s Intensive and Certificate English
programs, contact IEP administrative
offices at 718-636-3450, visit the IEP
website at http://www.pratt.edu/iep or email
IEP at [email protected].
laboratories and computer
facilities
The science laboratories (chemistry,
physics, biology), located in the Activities
Resource Center, are interdisciplinary
research facilities. Sophisticated
instruments and equipment are available,
and undergraduates are encouraged
to use them under faculty supervision.
Computer facilities are available for
use by all students of the Institute.
Specialized facilities are employed in
the sciences.
writing and tutorial center
The Writing and Tutorial Center provides
free tutoring for all Pratt students in
English, math, physics, art history, and
other academic areas. Special assistance is
provided for students for whom English
is a second language. Small-group
and regularly scheduled one-on-one
conversation sessions are also offered.
The Center also offers periodic workshops
in word processing, résumé writing,
presentation skills, thesis preparation,
and other topics suggested by faculty
and students.
The Writing and Tutorial Center staff
consists of a director, faculty and staff
tutors, and trained student peer tutors.
The director coordinates scheduling and
appointments in all areas. Any faculty
member, staff member, or adviser may
recommend students who need assistance.
The Writing and Tutorial Center is
located in North Hall 101 (opposite the
bank). Daily schedules are posted at the
beginning of each semester and at the
beginning of Pratt’s summer sessions.